Find & Apply For Production Plant Manager Jobs in Crawfordsville, Indiana

Title:

Project Manager -

New Product Development Location:

Crawfordsville, IN Hire Type:

Direct HIre Compensation:

$135-145k +

Bonus Travel:

Approximately 4-6 trips per year under normal circumstances

Industry:

Manufacturing / Agriculture We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead technical new product development and manufacturing projects from concept through production launch. This role will partner closely with Engineering, Product Management, Operations, customers, and other stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. The preferred location is Crawfordsville, IN, supporting an approximately 300-person manufacturing operation focused on plastic injection molding, pumps, fittings, couplings, and related components. The role may also be based in Greenwood, NE, supporting a smaller operation focused primarily on electric valves, valve actuation, and electro-mechanical assembly. The ideal candidate is a strong technical Project Manager who understands how to take a product or project from development through manufacturing launch. We're looking for someone who can coordinate Engineering, Manufacturing, customers, and other stakeholders while bringing structure, accountability, and a process-improvement mindset to the project management function.

ResponsibilitiesLead cross-functional new product development and production launch projectsDevelop and manage project scope, schedules, resources, budgets, risks, and deliverablesCoordinate projects across Engineering, Manufacturing, Product Management, Operations, and customersDrive accountability and ensure projects remain on schedule and within budgetCommunicate project status, risks, changes, and priorities to internal and external stakeholdersManage multiple complex technical projects simultaneouslyWork directly with customers to understand requirements and support successful project executionImplement and improve project management processes, tools, and best practicesImprove project visibility, communication, and consistency across teamsUtilize tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, and Microsoft 365Support new product development initiatives that drive profitable growthQualifications5+ years of Project Management experience within a technical manufacturing environmentExperience managing new product development, product launches, or complex manufacturing projectsTechnical degree preferred; Engineering, Technical, Business, Agricultural, or related disciplines considered depending on experienceStrong cross-functional experience working with Engineering and ManufacturingStrong customer-facing communication and presentation skillsAbility to manage multiple projects, priorities, schedules, and stakeholdersExperience establishing or improving project management processesStrong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skillsWillingness to travel between Indiana and Nebraska and occasionally to customer locationsPreferred ExperiencePlastic injection moldingEmbedded systemsElectro-mechanical products or assembliesValves, pumps, fluid control, or similar productsAgriculture or agricultural equipmentPMP or similar Project Management certificationTravelTravel is expected to be approximately 4-6 trips per year under normal circumstances, primarily between the Indiana and Nebraska facilities with occasional customer visits. Some additional travel may be required initially while getting established in the role. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.